Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

How Big Is the Oil Spill?

Subject Area

Health Education

Grade(s)

7, 8

Overview

In this video adapted from Need to Know, artist Steve Brodner uses simple drawings to compare the size of the 2010 BP oil spill to more familiar things, like a football field, a shopping mall, the state of Texas, and Earth’s moon.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 7

    HE19.7.2.2

    Explain how communities can affect personal health practices and behaviors.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 8

    HE19.8.2.2

    Examine ways the school and community encourage students to use appropriate life skills to improve health.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 8

    HE19.8.8.2

    Work collaboratively to advocate for healthy individuals, families, and schools.

    Link to Resource

    CR Resource Type

    Audio/Video

    Resource Provider

    PBS
    Accessibility

    Accessibility

    Video resources: includes closed captioning or subtitles
    License

    License Type

    Custom
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